HYPHEN
(noun, verb, conj.)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Hyphen.
How to pronounce hyphen:
US
Hyphen - as a noun
A punctuation mark (-) used between parts of a compound word or between the syllables of a word when the word is divided at the end of a line of text
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Hyphen - as a verb
Divide or connect with a hyphen
Example: "Hyphenate these words and names"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hyphenateHyphen - as a conjunction
Used to emphasize the coordinating function usually indicated by the punctuation "-".
Example Sentences
"Please use a hyphen between the words in a compound adjective."
"The hyphen is commonly used to join the parts of a hyphenated name."
"There should be a hyphen in the phone number for proper formatting."
"Remember to include a hyphen in the email address."
"She struggled to correctly place the hyphen in the word."
Word Game Points
Is HYPHEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hyphen is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HYPHEN has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is HYPHEN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hyphen is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHYPHEN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is HYPHEN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hyphen is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHYPHEN has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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